Category Archives: Tennis

ATP and Hamburg still fighting over legal fees

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

According to a report in Sports Business Journal, The Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit yesterday scheduled oral arguments between the ATP and its German tournament for Nov. 17 to debate whether the event has to pay legal fees to … finish reading ATP and Hamburg still fighting over legal fees

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Was Serena’s fine enough?

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Serena Williams was fined $2000 for her outburst at the chair umpire during the Women’s Final at the U.S. Open. It was not the first time she has been fined but if there is really a desire to deter conduct, … finish reading Was Serena’s fine enough?

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Kendrick doping ban cut to 8 months

Posted on August 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

American tennis player Robert Kendrick had his doping ban reduced from one year to eight months by the Court of Arbitration for Sport according to an AP report.   The interesting part of this report is that it shows the reasoning … finish reading Kendrick doping ban cut to 8 months

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Kendrick doping ban reduced by CAS

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The Court of Arbitration for Sport reduced American tennis player Robert Kendrick’s doping ban to eight months from one year on Monday according to an AP report. Kendrick tested positive for the banned stimulant methylhexaneamine at the French Open on … finish reading Kendrick doping ban reduced by CAS

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NCAA upholds findings against former Ball State women’s tennis coach

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(NCAA.org) The NCAA Division I Infractions Appeals Committee has upheld findings of violations and penalties for the former head women’s tennis coach at Ball State University.  The case centered on violations of NCAA rules governing playing and practice seasons, tryouts, recruiting … finish reading NCAA upholds findings against former Ball State women’s tennis coach

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Sampras trophies and memorabilia stolen from storage facility

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Apparently using a regular storage facility to house your Grand Slam trophies and other championship memorabilia is not such a good idea.  Pete Sampras thought his items would be safe but says he was shocked when they were stolen. Sampras … finish reading Sampras trophies and memorabilia stolen from storage facility

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RTC: Roddick reacts to changing lights: Should on court signage be moving during competition?

Posted on November 24, 2010 by Roy Kessel

It hardly seems surprising that players would not like to see signage moving in the middle of a tennis match.  So how about flashing lights moving at the feet of the line judges? Andy Roddick reacted negatively drawing code violations.  … finish reading RTC: Roddick reacts to changing lights: Should on court signage be moving during competition?

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ATP extends offseason

Posted on November 22, 2010 by Roy Kessel

ATP has extended its offseason by two weeks starting in 2012.  This will allow more of a rest period for top players who have complained about the grueling schedule. Now the 7 week break should allow a stronger schedule throughout the … finish reading ATP extends offseason

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ATP Tour likely to shorten calendar

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Roy Kessel

Signs indicate that the ATP is strongly considering shortening its lengthy 11-month season by a few weeks as soon as 2012.  This move would provide a greater opportunity for players to rest and avoid injury.

 It is anticipated that the ATP board … finish reading ATP Tour likely to shorten calendar

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